Wonder Woman: Tempest Tossed

by Laurie Halse Anderson and Leila Del Duca

Leila Del Duca (Illustrator)

Princess Diana believes that her 16th birthday will be one of new beginnings namely acceptance into the warrior tribe of Amazons. The celebrations are cut short, however, when rafts of refugees break through the Themysciran barrier. Diana tries to help them, but she is swept away by the sea and from her home thus becoming a refugee herself. Now Diana must survive in the world outside of Themyscira for the first time; the world that is filled with danger and injustice. She must redefine what it means to belong, to be an Amazon, and to make a difference. Wonder Woman: Tempest Tossed is a story about growing into your strength, battling for justice, and the power of friendship.

• ISBN10: 1401286453
• ISBN13: 9781401286453
• Publish Date: 2 June 2020
• Publish Status: Active
• Publish Country: US
• Imprint: DC Comics
• Format: Paperback (US Trade)
• Pages: 208
• Language: English
• URL: https://penguinrandomhouse.com/books/isbn/9781401286453

Reviews

[Quirky Cat]

I received a copy of Wonder Woman: Tempest Tossed in exchange for a fair and honest review.

Wonder Woman: Tempest Tossed is the latest DC Graphic Novel focused on reaching a younger audience. Once again we're diving back into the life of Diana and her life on Themyscira. But this is a tale like you've never seen before.

This may be another origin story, but this one feels so fresh and alive. It's Diana's tale told through new eyes and perspectives, with the intention of reaching a new audience.

Diana, as you all know, is the Princess of Themyscira. She was the only child on this island of warriors, and she stood out. Yet she always knew that she was destined to do more. More than her current limits would allow, certainly.

Given this is Wonder Woman we're talking about, when the moment comes for her to make the biggest decision of her life, she doesn't hesitate. Before she even knows what's happening, she's in the water, saving the humans around her.

A moment that changed her life forever. Now, Diana must adjust to the world of humans. It is nothing like she was led to believe. And yet, there is room for her to make a home for herself here.

Wonder Woman: Tempest Tossed was a delightful and enthralling read, from start to finish. I know that it may be tempting to turn away from another Wonder Woman origin story, but I encourage you all to give this one a try.

This tale blends origin story with a coming of age tale to perfection. Here Diana struggles in ways that I've never really seen before, and it made her feel even more human than ever. Which may be a bit ironic, all things considered.

Tempest Tossed was written by Laurie Halese Anderson. I'm really hoping that name rings a bell for you. She's the author behind Speak and Shout – and as far as I'm concerned, seeing her writing for one of my favorite comic characters is like a dream come true.

Meanwhile, Leila del Duca was behind the artwork for Tempest Tossed, and she did an absolutely amazing job here. She's been behind some of my favorite series, most notable Scarlet Witch, so I'm not surprised that she did an awesome job here.

What I loved the most about this graphic novel is that it really captured modern-day plights. Yes, there is war. There's always war, and thus always somebody that needs Wonder Woman. But that's not the only reason the world needs her, as this series did an excellent job of portraying.

Realistically, I know that this is a standalone graphic novel, but part of me really wishes that it would become a series. I'd love to see this version of Diana continue moving on in her journey. It'd be fascinating to see more of her daily struggles, as well as the battles she fights outside of war, so to speak.

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